EPISODE · Apr 29, 2026 · 11 MIN
Powell's Last Stand, King Charles at the White House, and Late Night's Big Exit
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This episode of The Morning Rundown covers three major stories shaping the news cycle: a pivotal Federal Reserve decision and rising economic pressure on consumers, a series of significant political developments in Washington, and notable shifts in entertainment and culture.Hosts break down what the Fed's rate hold means for everyday Americans, why gas prices are climbing to levels not seen in four years, and what market volatility signals about investor confidence. On the political front, the show examines King Charles's rare address to Congress, a federal judge's dismissal of the Trump DOJ's Arizona voter data lawsuit, and James Comey's second indictment following a controversial social media post. The episode closes with the end of an era in late night television, a courtroom resolution tied to a foiled terror plot at a Taylor Swift concert, and renewed debate surrounding the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic.Federal Reserve holds rates steady at what may be Jerome Powell's final meeting as chair, with Kevin Warsh widely expected to succeed him.Gas prices reach $4.18 a gallon, a four-year high driven by ongoing tensions around the Strait of Hormuz.King Charles addressed a joint session of Congress, offering a subtle nudge toward attention on Ukraine during his White House visit.James Comey faces a second indictment after an Instagram post captioned "86 47" was interpreted by the DOJ as potentially threatening.Stephen Colbert is ending The Late Show after 11 seasons, the latest casualty in a broader shakeup across late night television.Subscribe and tune in daily for clear, context-driven coverage of the stories that matter.
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This episode of The Morning Rundown covers three major stories shaping the news cycle: a pivotal Federal Reserve decision and rising economic pressure on consumers, a series of significant political developments in Washington, and notable shifts in entertainment and culture. Hosts break down what the Fed's rate hold means for everyday Americans, why gas prices are climbing to levels not seen in four years, and what market volatility signals about investor confidence. On the political front, t...
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